Thai Union names director of sustainable development

Thai Union Group has appointed Dr Darian McBain to lead its sustainable development strategies

USDA supports insect farming research

The USDA funds All Things Bugs LLC for its study on automating processes in cricket farming for human consumption

India’s FSSAI finalizes standards for ingredients and additives

The food safety regulator’s 12,000 standards are currently under evaluation

Davisco whey proteins showcased at IFT Food Expo

Davisco presents the many ways its whey protein ingredients can be applied in food and drinks at the Institute of Food Technologists Food Expo in Chicago

New test for rubber fenders

To help address quality concerns in the marine industry, Trelleborg has developed a test for rubber fenders used in dock protection systems.

Bahrain-based rolling mill signs US$55 million deal

The agreement will enable GARMCO to develop its metal recycling capability and lower the cost of metal casting. 

Combined x-ray and optical pellet inspection for smallest impurity detection

Impurities in plastic pellets can be detected effectively by a purity inspection system that includes a combination of X-ray technology and an optical system. Dr. C. Frank of SIKORA AG shares his expertise on this new technical approach.

Honda commences auto production in Nigeria

Honda Motor Co., Ltd. began local production of the Accord sedan on July 10, 2015 in Nigeria, West Africa, where the automobile market is expected to expand in the future.

A major boost to traditional nylons

Nylon 6/6 is perhaps one of the most multi-faceted engineering thermoplastics due to its superlative traits of strength, ductility and heat resistance, not to mention its simplicity in processing.

Innovative packaging solutions move forward

Growth in demand of processed and packaged food is helping the flexible packaging industry innovate more in the Middle East and Africa region.

Pallmann recycling solutions re-use PVC left-overs the smart way

Pallmann’s state-of-the-art recycling solution now used by roofing and tubes giant Protan.

Super-efficient auxiliary equipment

New auxiliary equipment are bringing cost-saving benefits to manufacturers due to their advanced features and flexibility.